Tom Petersen, Author at Omaha Criminal Defense Lawyer

Criminal Attorneys Explain Your Right to Appeal

On behalf of Tom Petersen posted in Criminal Law on Tuesday, October 17, 2017

As a defendant in a criminal prosecution, you will have a number of important decisions to make throughout your case. One of the most important of those decisions is the decision to take your case to trial. Once that decision has been made, however, your fate rests in the hands of the jurors who make up the final jury. At the end of the case, the jury members are dismissed and the judge moves on to sentencing if you were found guilty. That may appear to be the end of the case; however, if you are the Defendant you may

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Omaha Drug Possession Lawyer Answers Top 5 Questions

On behalf of Tom Petersen posted in Drug Crimes on Friday, October 13, 2017

If you have been charged with possession of a controlled substance in the State of Nebraska you are undoubtedly concerned about the outcome of your case. Anymore, a criminal conviction for any offense can have long-lasting and far-reaching negative ramifications. A drug-related conviction, however, can be particularly problematic as prospective employers or landlords will often disqualify an applicant automatically if they have a drug-related criminal conviction. Furthermore, certain state and federal benefit programs will also disqualify an applicant for some drug-related criminal convictions. If you are facing criminal charges for possession of a controlled substance, you probably have a number

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How Can a Violent Crime Lawyer Help Me?

On behalf of Tom Petersen posted in Violent Crimes on Tuesday, October 10, 2017

Being charged with any criminal offense is a frightening experience and certainly, cause for concern about the future. If you have been charged with a violent crime, however, you have even more reason to be frightened and concerned about the outcome of your case. The best thing you can do for yourself and for your future is to retain the services of an experienced Nebraska violent crime attorney as soon as possible. If you have never before needed to hire a criminal defense lawyer, you may be wondering exactly how a violent crime lawyer can help you. What Is a

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Omaha Drug Crime Attorney — The Right to Remain Silent Applies Inside Your Jail Cell Too

On behalf of Tom Petersen posted in Uncategorized on Thursday, October 5, 2017

If you have been arrested and charged with a criminal offense, there are a few crucial “rules” to keep in mind. At the top of that list is that you have the right to remain silent. Even if you have never been involved with the criminal justice system before in any capacity, you have undoubtedly heard of the right to remain silent and how important it is to exercise that right. What you may not understand, however, is that the concept behind the right to remain silent continues to apply after you are booked into a jail cell. An Omaha

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Make Sure Your Criminal Defense Attorney Knows Your Immigration Status!

On behalf of Tom Petersen posted in Uncategorized on Tuesday, October 3, 2017

For those in the United States without the status of citizen, whether by birth or by naturalization, the threat of deportation is always there. This applies whether you have legal status in the country or are here as an undocumented immigrant. All too often, foreign nationals are reluctant to admit their status in the U.S., particularly if it is less than legal. While that may be a necessary protective measure when dealing with the majority of the population, the one person you do not want to lie to about your immigration status to is your criminal defense attorney. A Criminal

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Omaha 1-80 Drug Stop Attorney — 10 Things You Can Do to Avoid a Traffic Stop

On behalf of Tom Petersen posted in Criminal Law on Thursday, September 28, 2017

Although we all know that the law enforcement officers patrolling the roadways are supposed to be there to keep us safe and help us in times of need, most of us would prefer not to come across them nonetheless. No one leaves the house in the morning hoping to be pulled over for a traffic stop during the course of the day! The good news is that you can reduce your odds of being stopped. An Omaha I-80 drug stop attorney explains 10 things you can do to avoid ending up the subject of a traffic stop. Many people go

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5 Things Your Criminal Defense Lawyer Is Doing for You Behind the Scenes

On behalf of Tom Petersen posted in Criminal Defense on Tuesday, September 26, 2017

If you were recently arrested and charged with a criminal offense, and this is your first time as a defendant, you probably have a wide range of questions about the criminal justice system in general and about your case in particular. Since it is also likely the first time you have ever needed to hire a criminal defense attorney, you may also have questions about your relationship with your attorney and about what your attorney is doing for you. Because much of what your criminal defense lawyer does occurs when you are not around, you may start to wonder what

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5 Things Your Omaha Criminal Defense Attorney Wants You to Know

On behalf of Tom Petersen posted in Criminal Law on Thursday, September 21, 2017

The average person may go through life never needing the services of a criminal defense attorney. If you find yourself in a position where you do need a criminal defense attorney, you probably will not know what to expect from the relationship. In fact, your knowledge of the criminal justice system in general may be limited to what you have seen portrayed on television court dramas or reality shows. Needless to say, television is not your best source of information. With that in mind, the following “5 Things Your Omaha Criminal Defense Attorney Wants You to Know” should help you

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Omaha Criminal Attorney Explains the 4th Amendment Warrant Requirement

On behalf of Tom Petersen posted in Criminal Defense on Thursday, September 14, 2017

Often the most important evidence admitted at a criminal trial is evidence obtained as a result of a search and seizure. Most of the time, a search and seizure is conducted lawfully; however, police officers do sometimes get overzealous and exceed their authority, resulting in an illegal search and seizure. In the United States, the Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects us against just that – an unreasonable search and seizure. What exactly is an unreasonable search and seizure though? An Omaha criminal attorney answers that question by explaining the 4th Amendment warrant requirement. The Fourth Amendment – What

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Violent Crime Lawyer Explains Sexual Assault in Nebraska

On behalf of Tom Petersen posted in Criminal Law on Tuesday, September 12, 2017

The mere accusation of sexual assault can have a devastating impact on the life of the accused. While there is no doubt we need laws prohibiting predators from committing violent sexual assaults, it is often the case that accusations of sexual assault are based on complicated facts and circumstances. If you have been accused of sexual assault in Nebraska, the first thing you should do to protect your freedom, your future, your reputation, and your family is consult with an experienced Nebraska criminal defense attorney. In the meantime, it is equally important you understand the nature of the accusations made

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